Product News & Updates

RelyX^™ Fiber Post

RelyX^™ Fiber Post from 3M ESPE is now available in the new, smallest post  size “0”, with a coronal diameter of 1.1 mm. Its radiopacity was rated “Good” by a leading independent dental publication. RelyX^™ Fiber Posts are a reliable, esthetic and convenient solution, standing for predictable clinical performance for all-ceramic restorations. Due to their high translucency and an appearance similar to that of tooth structure, RelyX^™ Fiber Posts are not visible through the restoration and support a natural light reflection.

The similarity between RelyX^™ Fiber Posts and natural teeth extends to their mechanical properties as well, ensuring reliable clinical performance. Since the modulus of elasticity is in the same range as that of dentin, forces are distributed evenly within the tooth and thus, the “wedge effect” characteristic of metal posts is avoided. The tapered shape of RelyX^™ Fiber Post further helps to conserve valuable root canal dentin.

 The new 1.1 mm post size makes these benefits available for all clinical situations, and complements the existing sizes of 1.9 mm, 1.6 mm and 1.3 mm diameter very well. RelyX^™ Unicem Self-Adhesive Universal Resin Cement, the world’s most clinically proven self-adhesive cement, provides a solution for the required adhesive cementation of the post and eliminates the need for prior etching, priming and bonding. With the material available in the RelyX^™ Unicem Aplicap^™ Elongation Tip, designed to reach into the root canal, cement application from bottom to top is simplified and the risk of cement voids is virtually eliminated.

For more info go to www.3MESPE.com/RelyXFiberPost  or contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-634-2249.

Enzymax®

Hu-Friedy^® Mfg. Co. offers a complete line of cleaning and care products, including the Enzymax^® line of ultrasonic detergents. Enzymax detergents are specially-formulated with dual enzymes that work quickly to remove and prevent biofilms while thoroughly cleaning instruments. Steelgard^™ agents and corrosion inhibitors protect instruments and keep them looking like new for longer instrument life. Enzymax detergents are available in liquid, powder, and convenient water-soluble PAX to meet the needs of every busy practice. The Enzymax products offer multi-purpose applications including ultrasonic, presoak, linen, spot removal, and evacuation cleaner.

The Enzymax line also includes the Enzymax Spray Gel, a ready-to-use, pH neutral, dual enzyme gel that maintains moisture to help prevent debris from drying onto instruments when they cannot be processed right away. The spray gel helps dissolve, blood, tissue, and other debris, eliminating the need for dangerous and time-consuming scrubbing. Enzymax Spray Gel is designed with a corrosion inhibitor to protect instruments and cassettes from discoloration and corrosion. The viscous gel enhances safety by allowing visibility to sharp instruments tips and reducing the chance of splashing from other pre-soak solutions. The spray gel is available in a 24 oz. spray bottle and is perfect for use as a linen spot remover.

All Enzymax products are biodegradable and phosphate-free, simply pour down the drain! The easy-to-use products allow for fast, effective, and responsible instrument care and cleaning.

For more information on the Hu-Friedy line of Enzymax detergents, please contact Hu-Friedy at 1-800-HU-FRIEDY or visit www.hu-friedy.com.

Spectra™ Caries Detection Aid

Develop patient relationships while improving your practice capabilities.

Air Techniques’ Spectra Caries Detection Aid allows you to view caries with fluorescent technology. This handheld, noninvasive imaging product displays right to your monitor, caries in red and healthy tooth enamel in green. Spectra is the ideal complement to X-rays during patient exams and is recommended to be used right after a professional cleaning. Accurate tooth-by-tooth detection of fissure caries and caries on smooth surface makes it simple to uncover hard to detect cavities. Not only are you able to expose caries sooner, with Spectra you can verify during the restorative phase that all caries have been removed. Our software allows you to integrate and save the fluorescent images into every patient’s database for more thorough case management. Since the images can be easily stored, the efficacy of treatment can be monitored over time. Having the ability to detect this bacterium will make a real difference in your patient care and promote healthier oral hygiene. Schedule an in-office demonstration or find out more about Spectra Caries Detection Aid by visiting: www.airtechnqiues.com.

BEYOND™ Cordless LED Curing Light

Lightweight, Cordless Design, Cures any Composite
The BEYOND™ Cordless LED Curing Light has been developed with a dual wavelengths curing system to enable effective curing of any light initiated compound on the market today. By providing high-intensity LED curing at both the shorter 400nm wavelength range, as well as the longer 480 nm wavelength range, the BEYOND™ Cordless LED Curing Light can cure both the traditional camphorquinone (CPQ or CQ) based composites, and the newer, whiter, phenylpropanedione  (PPD) based  materials at the necessary intensity.

A beautifully designed, cordless curing solution, the lightweight BEYOND™ Cordless LED Curing Light is attractively priced and guaranteed to become a welcome addition to your cosmetic practice.

• High-powered curing with a slimmed-down design
• Curing power of up to 1000mw/cm2
• Dual wavelengths system able to cure any dental composite material
• Two timer options: Intense, 10 second curing function and five second, ramp-up followed by intense, 10 second curing function
• Compatible with PPD and CPQ photo-initiators, for cosmetic restorations at or above B1
• Cordless with a long-lasting, rechargeable lithium ion battery
• Three year manufacturer warranty
• Worldwide input voltage 100-240VAC

www.beyonddent.com

FlashMax2

FlashMax2 uses a 15 W diode. This Super LED has an optical out-put well above 4.000 mW/cm2, which is 10 times more than an old fashioned halogen curing light. This is why FlashMax2 can cure in just one second. A Super LED is so powerful that cooling is needed for optimal function. The FlashMax2 is equipped with an uniquely designed cooling body, which disperses the heat efficiently without the need of a fan, making it noiseless.Ordinary restorative work is done in a few seconds, however when doing orthodontics or bleaching, you will appreciate the extended user time. The FlashMax2 offers 90 seconds of continuous use before a pause (of 8 minutes) is necessary. If you only make a few restorations per week the time you spend on curing the composites may not matter much. However if you make 50 a week, the FlashMax2 will save you 45 minutes compared to an ordinary LED light, and 1.5 hours compared to a standard halogen light.

The FlashMax2 is:

•  Faster
  With time settings of 1 and 3 seconds there is probably no faster curing alternative to FlashMax2.

• Stronger
  The newly developed LiFePO4 battery ensures higher capacity, enough for 66-200 polymerizations before recharge.

• Easier
  The cordless FlashMax2 has only two time settings and no further
  adjustments to make. The light is placed in the integrated holder/recharger without need for visual guidance. A soft beep indicates the immediate start of the recharging process. 

• Cleaner
  The body of the light has a smooth easy-to-clean surface, and the
  autoclaveable cover and disposable tips ensure optimal hygiene.

For more information visit www.cmsdental.com or call 817-296-5450.

radii plus

radii plus (SDI North America) is a cordless, rechargeable LED light-curing unit that received a 93% clinical rating in a review by THE DENTAL ADVISOR in Vol. 23, No. 3, April 2006. radii plus is now more versatile with attachments for curing, bleaching and transillumination. Attachments for curing include the standard Contra Angle, optional Right Angle, and 1 mm and 2 mm autoclavable tacking tips. There is also an Ortho LED attachment that runs for 5 minutes. Attachments for bleaching include both Single Tooth and Full Arch. The radii plus Diagnostic LED attachment emits white light to allow transillumination of tooth structure and an adapter tip that replaces the lens cap is available to create a fine beam of light to illuminate sites where access is difficult. radii plus has a five-year warranty.

Fusio

Fusio™ Liquid Dentin represents the next generation in flowable composite technology.  By effectively fusing together self-adhesive and restorative technology into one product, clinicians can now restore teeth faster than ever saving both time and money.  Fusio Liquid Dentin’s ability to tenaciously bond to both dentin and enamel without a separate adhesive opens up new possibilities for this segment of restorative materials.  Pentron Clinical Technologies product manager Jeremy Grondzik states “While it shares many of the same indications as a traditional flowable composite, its use as a dentin replacement material or a self-adhesive base liner shatters previous perceptions of where and how flowable composites can be used.”  This new generation of flowable composite is priced similar to traditional premium flowable composites and is available in the popular Vita* shades: A1, A2, A3, and B1.

Fusio Liquid Dentin is one of the latest innovations from Pentron Clinical Technologies, an established leader in the dental industry, offering a wide variety of products to suit your restorative needs. As one of the pioneers of fiber post and nano-hybrid composite technologies, Pentron Clinical has successfully demonstrated its commitment to the technological advancement of dentistry. Our portfolio of innovative and award-winning dental products includes: Flow-It® ALC™ Flowable Composite, Breeze® Self-Adhesive Resin Cement, Build-It® FR™ Core Build-Up Material, FibreKleer® Posts, Correct Plus® Impression Materials and Artiste® Nano Composite.  For more information, call 800-551-0283 or visit www.pentron.com.

KALORE

KALORE™ represents the perfect discovery of science and beauty – the total package in esthetic restorations that has eluded you for so long, until now. Formulated with exclusive, new monomer technology from DuPont, KALORE offers superior handling that puts the control back into your hands. Patented HDR prepolymerized fillers offer exceptional and easy polishability that is sustainable and flawless beauty is achieved from the optimization of matrix and filler refractive indices. For more info, visit www.kalore.net or call GC America Inc. (800-323 3386)

Maximat Plus

Maximat Plus by Polydentia SA eliminates the need for a conventional matrix retainer. This universal tensioning system for plastic and metal matrices in the posterior region is fast and easy to use: after the matrix spool is placed on the tooth, tightening of the matrix can be performed with just one hand and precisely monitored by the dentist. Once the matrix is wound to the desired tension, simply remove the instrument. As only the matrix spool remains in the mouth during treatment, Maximat Plus allows a better overview during the filling phase, contributing also to the patient’s and the dentist’s comfort. Furthermore, the small matrix spool does not interfere with wedging. A video presentation of the product in use is provided on www.polydentia.com.

Maximat Plus avoids the excessive leverage associated with conventional matrix retainers, so the matrix is not distorted approximally and a perfect contact point can be achieved. With the Maximat Plus several fillings can be placed simultaneously in the same quadrant. Once treatment is completed, the matrix is simply removed by reinserting the tensioning instrument. All standard posterior teeth matrices up to a maximum width of 7 mm can be used with the Maximat Plus. To ensure the highest standards of hygiene, the matrix spool has been designed for single use only. The tensioning instrument, on the other hand, is made of stainless steel and high-quality amorphous plastic, and can be sterilized in an autoclave (resistant to temperatures of over 134°C – 273°F).
For even greater rapidity and convenience, the spools can also be supplied with pre-loaded contoured metal matrices (thickness: 0.04 mm/.0015” and NEW microthin 0.025 /.001”). Click here for more information.

N'Durance

Septodont, New Castle DE: N’Durance is a breakthrough in composite chemistry and Nano technology. N’Durance demonstrates greater polymerization with significantly lower shrinkage than the most popular composites on the market.  Clinically tested at the University of Colorado, Loma Linda, (California), and Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium, N’Durance has been found to exhibit superior esthetics, excellent wear resistance and a radiopacity that rivals amalgam.

The unique chemistry of N’Durance contradicts what other composites experience with the greater conversion causing greater stress at the bond interface. The unique Nano dimer conversion technology created by Septodont changes the shrinkage dynamic. With over 75% conversion and as little as 1.4% shrinkage, N’Durance restorations provide great wear resistance, biocompatibility and color stability as well as exhibiting no postoperative sensitivity. Clinicians can feel comfortable with using N’Durance in all classes of anterior and posterior dental restorations.  N’Durance is also compatible with all bonding agents so there are no additional techniques to learn or materials to purchase.

 N’Durance Nano Dimer Universal Composite system is available in an 8 shade kit made up of the most popular anterior and posterior shades.  A total of 16 Vita shades, plus universal opaque, bleach white and Incisal is also available in syringes or unidose capsules. N’Durance is available through the dental supply dealer.  For more information, call 1-800-872-8305 or visit our website at www.septodontusa.com

Quickmat Deluxe

Quickmat Deluxe is the easy-to-use sectional matrix system, ensuring the achievement of optimal, tight, properly contoured and finished contact points.
The contoured matrices adapt fully to the contact area of the adjacent tooth and, in conjunction with the wooden wedges, surround the cervical shoulder perfectly. Additionally for narrow interdental spaces the unique contoured sectional matrices microthin 0.025 mm (.001”) are easy to burnish and allow achievement of the tightest contact points. For extended cervical preparations, contoured sectional matrices with a special extension, provide anatomically correct contours and consistently tight proximal contacts also in case of subgingival restorations.

The Quick ring is made of stainless steel and can be sterilized in an autoclave at 134°C (273°F). The special angulation of the tines allows easy placing of two Quick rings one on top of the other when restoring MOD cavities. With larger approximal box extensions, silicone rubber tubes can be placed over the tines to prevent them penetrating too deeply into the interdental space. Quick rings are easily placed in position using standard rubber dam clamp forceps. For accurate placement and easy removal of sectional matrices, Polydentia proposes Quickmatrix forceps. A superior tool ensuring easy placement of Quickmat sectional matrices and simplifying their removal once the tooth is  restored and tight contact points achieved.

The special angulation of the tips is engineered to prevent distortion of the Quickmat sectional matrices contoured shape. Tips with ribbing assure extra firm gripping; tungsten carbide coating prevents tips deterioration. In addition these ergonomic and light forceps stay securely in the hand and provide a comfortable working situation for
practitioner and patient. The slim design assures excellent overview and the spring system optimal tactile sensitivity. Made of first quality surgical stainless steel. Autoclavable at 134°C (273°F).

e.max Lithium Disilicate is the most robust ceramic system tested to date* An independent study* evaluated the durability of lithium disilicate as it compares to layered zirconia supported restorations by means of a mouth motion cyclic fatigue test. This test is able to simulate the forces exerted in the mouth to assess how ceramic materials hold up to the forces of chewing.

IPS emax Lithium Disilicate This Changes Everything Ivoclar Vivadent’s patented lithium disilicate material is truly a revolution for the dental industry. Never before has a material been able to combine high strength, high esthetics and ease of use into one product, until now.

IPS e.max lithium disilicate restorations exhibit superior durability featuring 360-400 MPa of flexural strength. What’s more, when the lithium disilicate is fabricated to fullcontour, the monolithic structure is the most robust ceramic system tested to date.* Lithium disilicate is comprised of a unique crystalline structure which gives the material its strength and uncompromised esthetics. The opalescence, translucency and light diffusion properties of lithium disilicate were all designed to replicate natural tooth structure for beautiful and undetectable restoration.

Not only does the strength of lithium disilicate make it durable in the mouth, but it also offers options for cementation. Restorations with a retentive preparation form can be conveniently cemented with conventional cement.

*Mouth Motion Fatigue and Durability Study
Petra C Guess, Ricardo Zavanelli, Nelson Silva and Van P Thompson, NYU

The Cadent iTero
Digital Impression System

The only digital impression system that...

• Allows for the fabrication of all types of dental restorations
• Eliminates the need for coating teeth
• Utilizes single-use imaging shields for maximum infection control
• Allows for subgingival preparation for superior outcomes

The path to the perfect fit
A digital scan performed with iTero is, quite literally, digitally perfect. This type of precision virtually eliminates the need to reimpress patients and renders remakes a thing of the past. By removing the imprecision that is intrinsic to conventional impression materials, you can deliver consistently impressive work. iTero allows for the fabrication of all types of restorations: veneers, crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and implant abutments, from single units to full arches. iTero models are precision milled at our state-of-the-art facility in New Jersey and are considered best in class.

With the ability to scan quadrants and full arches, iTero allows the clinician to easily take digital impressions of single-unit cases as well as more complex restorative and cosmetic full-arch treatment plans. Onscreen visualization of the scan in real time ensures that preparations are perfectly completed and that there is adequate occlusal clearance to achieve the best cosmetic and restorative outcome. The result is a reduction in seating time and an increase in patient satisfaction.

VITABLOCS:  The clinically proven, esthetic selection of machinable materials, for over 20 years.

BREA, CA—When it comes to machinable materials, it’s important to choose the right partners – ones that have been clinically proven time and time again.  In that regard there is no greater leader, no greater innovator, than VITA.  Through the introduction of VITABLOCS, VITA pioneered the machinables segment in dentistry, and product innovations through the last two decades have resulted in the evolution of materials so lifelike, and so successful, that it’s hard to believe they weren’t built by hand.

VITA has always been a leader in restorative esthetics, so it’s not surprising that VITA would be on the vanguard of the machinables trend.  VITA developed not only the very first materials for the CEREC machines, but, in pioneering development research with MIT, developed a next generation of materials in the VITABLOCS Mark II Blocks that were specifically designed to be milled – not just repurposed from other products – and were also designed to mimic enamel in their wear on opposing dentition. 

These VITABLOCS material advantages have been confirmed by well over 16 million clinically successful restorations placed to date.  And, VITABLOCS Mark II blocks were elected as the best material in a study conducted by an independent non-profit dental education and product testing foundation in June, 2006. In this study, the clinical success rate of inlays and and full crowns made of VITABLOCS Mark II after 7 years is 94%. It was also shown that the clinical abrasion of the restorations made of VITABLOCS Mark II corresponded to that of natural tooth enamel.

“We have used VITABLOCS in our practice with good success for years,” said Dr. Sameer Puri, co-founder of cerecdoctors.com and Director of CAD/CAM at the Scottsdale Center for Dentistry. “The blocks are esthetic, durable, and have withstood the test of time in many clinical situations.”

From VITABLOCS MarkII to the ultra-esthetic VITABLOCS Triluxe and VITABLOCS Triluxe Forte all the way to products like CAD-Waxx, CAD-Temp, and In-Ceram YZ Machinable Zirconia, VITA has a machinable product to meet your every need.  Vident has been a provider of innovative dental products since 1985 and is the North American subsidiary of VITA, manufacturer of the internationally recognized Classical Shade Guide, 3D-Master Shade System and quality VITA restorative materials. For information on VITABLOCS and other quality VITA  products call 800-828-3839 or visit www.vident.com.

Product Update

Endogel® by Jordco® has taken on a new packaging configuration since first introduced in 1999. Jordco recently has chosen to use the MicroDose® 1cc single delivery system. The MicroDose delivery system consists of a 1cc poly tube that hermetically holds the Endogel in a sturdy and easy to use tube. The tube has a long narrow neck that can easily deliver the gel to the pulp chamber or into a Jordco Gelwell® cup that is used with the Endoring® II. The single use tube delivers a generous 1cc amount of the lubricating gel and helps reduce cross contamination by eliminating the need for bulk syringes or jars.

Jordco as also has improved on the superior lubricating properties that dentists have come to depend on for initial root canal file negotiation. Endogel continues to be very water soluble and will easily dissolve from a canal system following normal irrigation technique. Our lubricating gel still contains EDTA and urea peroxide to help with the
overall initial negotiation, shaping and cleaning processes.

A package of Endogel contains 12 1-cc Microdose tubes in a convenient to use zip lock package. A unit of Endogel can be removed as needed from the pack, the tip can be snipped off using a scissors and the gel can be easily squeezed out for use. Single use packaging also allows for easy disposal after each use to prevent cross contamination.

Product Update

The evaluation of D.T. Light Post Illusion X-RO (extra radiopaque) was reported by all consultants to show a significant increase in the radiopacity of the D.T. Light Post Illusion. Laboratory testing showed that the radiopacity of the D.T. Light Post Illusion X-RO had doubled. One hundred percent of evaluating consultants rated D.T.Light Post Illusion X-RO as better than D.T. Light Post Illusion; one hundred percent would switch and recommend this product to their colleagues. This product received a 98% clinical rating.

Editors’ Note: For the full evaluation on D.T. Light Post Illusion, please refer to THE DENTAL ADVISOR Vol. 26, No. 5, June 2009.

Cetacaine Topical Anesthetic Liquid (Cetylite Industries, www.cetylite.com) Cetacaine Topical Anesthetic Liquid’s triple-active formula (Benzocaine 14.0 %, Butamben 2.0 %, Tetracaine Hydrochloride 2.0 %)  provides onset of anesthesia within 30 – 60 seconds and duration typically lasts 30 -60 minutes. Cetacaine is indicated to produce anesthesia on all accessible mucous membrane except the eyes. It is an effective alternative to injections for scaling and root planning or as a topical anesthetic before injections. The newly designed cap allows for direct loading of luer-lock syringes. Our consultants found this newly designed dispensing cap easier to use and more cost efficient, resulting in accurate dispensing and less product waste. Some commented that the new cap featured with the Cetacaine Liquid topical anesthetic kit results in a “great delivery system.”

Read more on Cetacaine Topical Anesthetic Liquid.